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Learn How Leaders Think, Lead, and Make Decisions, So You Can Accelerate Your Career.

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Career Growth in 60 Seconds

Most watched this week, quick insights from CFOs & leaders to accelerate your career.

72 Hours Rule
Top 3 Presentation Mistakes
Will AI Take Your Job?
Your Life is Like a Switchboard
This is Burning You Out
When to Find a New Job?
Why Women Stay Quiet
Confidence Changes Everything
Stop Waiting for Opportunity

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Episode 30:  .

Guest: Cynia Ejaz

Cynia Ejaz, a Certified Integrative Mental Health Coach who works with professionals and startups to help them manage stress, build resilience, and improve emotional wellbeing.

Language: Urdu

Episode 29: 

Guest: Trisha Chapman

In this episode, you’ll learn why most people are struggling to get jobs in the UAE and how the job market is actually shifting during global uncertainty, including war and economic changes..

Language: English

Episode 28:  How to make Passive Income.

Guest: Wali Khan

Most professionals depend only on their salary, but that alone won’t build wealth. In this episode, Wali Khan shares practical insights on investing, smart money decisions, and how to build financial independence alongside a full-time career.

Language: Urdu

Episode 27:  These everyday foods are destroying your Health.

Guest: Amina Khan

In this episode, wellness coach Amna Khan shares powerful insights about hidden sugar, processed foods, gut health, sleep, supplements, and simple daily habits that can transform your energy and long-term health..

Language: Urdu

Episode 26:  How to Start Business in UAE

Guest: Shafiq

Shafiq explains the step-by-step process of opening a company in the UAE, the difference between Mainland vs Free Zone businesses, costs involved, visa requirements, and common mistakes entrepreneurs make when entering the UAE market..

Language: Urdu

Episode 25: 

Guest: Asif Masani

Asif shares practical steps to build credibility, communicate insights, and grow your career in FP&A.

Language: English

Episode 24: 

Guest: Dr. Corrie Block

In this episode, you’ll hear why 80% of new businesses fail within two years and what leaders consistently get wrong. You’ll learn why strategy alone isn’t enough, why fixing your weaknesses is a leadership myth, and how empathy directly impacts business performance.

Language: English

Episode 23: 

Guest: Anders Liu-Lindberg

In this episode, you’ll hear how Anders built a global FP&A thought leadership platform while reshaping how finance teams create real business impact. You’ll learn why traditional reporting is broken, how finance must move toward value creation, and what skills modern CFOs and FP&A leaders actually need..

Language: English

Episode 22:  Why You Feel Stuck in Life and How to get Unstuck

Guest: Jaspreet Gill

Jaspreet Gill, a former Microsoft sales leader turned high-performance coach. After nearly two decades in tech, she built the ASCEND Framework, helping professionals move from self-doubt to calm confidence, influence, and fulfillment.

Language: English

Episode 21:  FP&A, AI and Communication: The New Finance Skillset

Guest: Carl Seidman

Carl shares his journey from corporate finance to fractional CFO, unpacking what FP&A really means, how professionals move into FP&A, and how AI is changing finance careers.

Language: English

Episode 20: How Self-Awareness & Resilience Drive Growth

Guest:

Fakiha, shares practical insights from her journey — the mindset shifts that helped her navigate challenges, build confidence, and create impact beyond technical expertise.

Language: Urdu

Episode 19:

Guest:

My guest Zeeshan Taqi, highlights practical ways to connect finance expertise with business outcomes, making your work more strategic and impactful.

Language: Urdu

Episode 18:

Guest:

Bryan shares practical insights from his consulting journey, including how to think like an advisor, build credibility with stakeholders, and position finance as a value-creating partner.

Language: English

Episode 17: LinkedIn Success Secrets for Professionals & Entrepreneurs

Guest: Hammad Siddiqui

I sit down with Hammad, one of the most followed LinkedIn coaches globally, to uncover the mindset, strategies, and tools to turn LinkedIn into your biggest career and business growth engine. 

Language: Urdu

Episode 16: Must-Have Skills for Every Professional Today

Guest: Zia Mustafa

Zia Mustafa shares his journey from Pakistan to CFO in Saudi Arabia, highlighting why communication, trust, and business partnering matter as much as technical finance skills today.

Language: Urdu

Episode 15: 

Guest: Ayobami Ishola

Ayobami shares her inspiring journey from being an accountant to becoming a finance business partner at Sanofi..

Language: English

Episode 14: 

Guest: Basem Waheed

Basem shares insights on the dynamics of the poultry business, including the need for quick decision-making, the significance of halal practices, and the complexities of distribution and expiry in the industry.

Language: English

Episode 13: 

Guest: Mahmoud Reda

Reda and Syed Nadeem discuss the critical role of finance knowledge for non-finance professionals, emphasizing the importance of understanding financial language in business.

Language: English

Episode 12: 

Guest: Faisal Bokhari

Faisal shares his journey from a Audit Trainee to a Strategic Business Leader, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and personal development.

Language: English

Episode 11: 

Guest: Soufyan Hamid

Soufyan discuss the critical role of storytelling in finance, particularly in FP&A and business partnering.

Language: English

Episode 10:  Digital Transformation Challenges & Future of AI

Guest: Tariq Munir

In this episode, Tariq Munir shares practical insights on digital transformation, the real impact of AI on organizations, and what finance and business leaders must do today to stay relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Language: Urdu

Episode 9: 

Guest: Wassia Kamon

Wassia shares insight as why our education system fails to produce CFOs and the challenges she faced, her transition from accounting to FP&A, and how building relationships played a crucial role in her success..

Language: English

Episode 8: 

Guest: Musaab and Adnan

We chat with the visionary co-founders of FIFOPLUS, Muhammad Musaab and Adnan Ahmed, to explore their entrepreneurial journey and the hard-earned lessons that come with building a startup. .

Language: Urdu

Episode 7: 

Guest: Shahrukh Masood

Shahrukh discusses his experiences in transforming HR practices, building a strong organisational culture, and his perspective on navigating the dynamic job market in the UAE.

Language: Urdu

Episode 6: 

Guest: Saleem Sufi

Saleem, the founder of MECA CFO Academy, to discuss the skills, mindset, and career strategies needed to rise to the CFO level. .

Language: Urdu

Episode 5: 

Guest: Mohammed ElRouby

Mohamed to explore his incredible journey and deep dive into the world of FP&A. Discover the key skills, mindsets, and strategies that drive success in FP&A, and gain actionable tips for career growth in finance.

Language: English

Episode 4: 

Guest: Faheem Piracha

Faheem, CEO of Hyphen Consultancy, who made the bold move from corporate life to building his own company.

Language: Urdu

Episode 3: 

Guest: Muhammad Anis

Anis, a successful CFO with a passion for leadership, learning, and personal growth. In the last few years, he shares his insights, challenges, and successes, offering invaluable advice for aspiring leaders and finance professionals.

Language: Urdu

Episode 2:  The Key to Financial Success

Guest: Asim Hussain

Asim shares his personal experiences, professional challenges, and practical tips for aspiring finance professionals.

Language: Urdu

Episode 1:  Standout in the Competitive Job Market

Guest: Nojood Alsheikh

Discover how to stand out in today’s competitive job market. Join us for an insightful session with Nojood, Country HR Lead at Sanofi.

Language: English